by Wells Funding Group | Jan 30, 2023 | For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, New Construction
There are plenty of good reasons you might be ready to move. No matter your motivations, before you list your current house, you need to consider where you’ll go next.In today’s market, it makes sense to explore all your options. That includes both homes that have...
by Wells Funding Group | Jan 27, 2023 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Some Highlights If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, be sure to factor in the long-term benefits of homeownership. On average, nationwide, home prices appreciated by 288.7% over the last 32 years. That means homeowners grow their net worth significantly in...
by Wells Funding Group | Jan 26, 2023 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers
Spring is usually the busiest season in the housing market. Many buyers wait until then to make their move, believing it’s the best time to find a home. However, that isn’t always the case when you factor in the competition you could face with other buyers at that...
by Wells Funding Group | Jan 24, 2023 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
If you’ve been following the housing market over the last couple of years, you’ve likely heard about growing affordability challenges. But according to experts, the key factors that determine housing affordability are projected to improve this year. Selma Hepp,...
by Wells Funding Group | Jan 19, 2023 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
One of the first steps in your homebuying journey is getting pre-approved. To understand why it’s such an important step, you need to understand what pre-approval is and what it does for you. Business Insider explains:“In a preapproval [sic], the lender tells you...
by Wells Funding Group | Jan 17, 2023 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
Last year, the Federal Reserve took action to try to bring down inflation. In response to those efforts, mortgage rates jumped up rapidly from the record lows we saw in 2021, peaking at just over 7% last October. Hopeful buyers experienced a hit to their purchasing...
